Citytv premiered on September 28, 1972, adding an original and progressive voice to television broadcasting and immediately gaining attention for its unique, information driven, News, Movies, and Music format.

In an industry where the pressures for sameness appeared overwhelming, Citytv brought a radically different look, sound, and feel to television quickly becoming known as the youthful, urban, and hip spot on the dial. Citytv's unique combination of extremely cost-effective, original programming, and high-energy, award-winning news and lifestyle coverage is now heralded internationally as the television of the future.